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Course Overview:

CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training Course Description

In this introductory CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training Prep Course, you will learn the basics of computer hardware, software, mobile computing, networking, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies. You will learn about configuring operating systems, file and folder management, networks and network configuration, and the role of the OSI model in networking and troubleshooting. This CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training Prep Course will also prepare you for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals certificate exam.

Through presentations, demonstrations, and knowledge-based exercises, you will gain a fundamental understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, computer application software, networking technologies and protocols, web browsers, identifying security risks, troubleshooting errors, and system maintenance. With CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training, you will also learn about cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing and virtualization. Gain an understanding of the core components that make up the information technology (IT) landscape while preparing for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.

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Audience / Target Group:

The target audience for this CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training course:

● IT novices who need a broad, fundamental understanding of IT and who want to learn the basics of computers, computer software, mobile devices, networking, LANs and WANs, data storage, and how IT infrastructures are monitored and managed. Ideal candidates include:
● Entry-level and newly hired technical professionals, including PC support, help desk, and networking professionals
● Sales and marketing professionals looking to increase their ability to communicate with technical professionals and increase sales
● Executives who seek better-informed decision making
● Professionals seeking to prepare for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Exam

Skills Gained:

Upon completing this CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Training course, learners will be able to meet these objectives:

● Prepare a study plan for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam
● Basic concepts in computer communication
● Basic functions and components of computers
● Common internal hardware components, including processors, storage devices, and RAM
● Peripheral components such as displays, printers, keyboard and other input/output devices, along with the connectors they use
● Basic types of software and considerations for installing, updating, and upgrading software
● Standard operating system configuration options, file systems, and file and folder management tasks
● Software applications and common file types
● Mobile devices features, mobile operating systems, and working with mobile interfaces
● Common network types, architectures, and topologies
● Basic concepts in network communication, including the OSI reference model, IP addresses, and protocols
● Common LAN and WAN technologies, transmission media, and protocols
● Basic concepts and areas of information security, including authentication, encryption, and firewalls
● Basic concepts and activities for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer systems and networks
● Future and developing technologies, such as virtualization, telepresence, and cloud computing

Why Is This Information Important?
What Is an Operating System?
Early Operating Systems
Modern Operating Systems
Mobile Operating Systems
Operating System Navigation
Using an OS: Controlling Programs
Using an OS: Screen Captures
Using an OS: Configure Accessibility
Basic OS Configuration
User Accounts
Computer File Systems
Working with File Managers
Installing and Upgrading an OS
Licensing and Registration
Updating an OS
Exercise: New Life for Old Laptops. Researching Linux Hardware Requirements
Section Review